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The The Mohawk Trail is the First Scenic Road in New England Willkommen M bienvenido benvenuto ようこそ R bienvenue Trail oha egion to officially opening on October 22, 1914. T 欢迎 he w k discover the wilderness roughly 40 of the miles are currently designated in Massachusetts. Some of these are on road, on of the mohawk trail water, or not well-marked or developed. A large route 2 region portion of the open trail is located in Mohawk he Mohawk Trail Region stretches from Trail State Forest and South River State Forest the Massachusetts-New York line to in Conway. Millers Falls on the Connecticut River, a The T63 mile East-West highway. Traveling it, there is a choice of more than 100 attractions: his- Natural Bridge Whitewater Rafting discover the arts & history toric sites, museums, theater, zip lining, rafting, Mohawk of the mohawk trail mountain biking and mountain coasting. Plus Flowers is Salmon Falls. The river bottom has route 2 region there are country inns, gift shops and camping the largest collection of glacial potholes in the Trail areas. All of this is surrounded by the seasonal country. These pre-historic potholes, which can changing beauty of the Berkshire Hills and Con- be viewed from an overlook, came into existence necticut Valley. by swirling pools of water and Region rivers gyrating stones of the Ice Ages The Deerfield River plays a that eroded the granite. (AAA) also chose big part of the fun in the Mo- There is another unique The Trail for sce- The new wing at The Clark hawk Trail Region. Its deep bridge. This one is carved by nic recognition, runs, riffles and large stillwa- Mother Nature. It is New as has the Federal ter pools offer opportunities England’s only Natural Bridge government in for fishing or wild adventure Potholes below Salmon Falls located in North Adams. Ero- its Scenic Byway and laid-back fun. A coordi- sion from melting glaciers wore Program. nated water release schedule from the various down the rock over thousands of years to form Pull over on The an arch over Hudson Brook. The summit of Mt. Greylock dams on the river create a water playground for Trail to view the WCMA whitewater rafters and kayakers. The French King Bridge on Route 2 connects rolling hills at the Hairpin Turn and the Western Gill and Erving 141 ft. above the Connecticut In Charlemont, there are three companies of- Summit in North Adams, the Whitcomb Sum- Art River. The name commemorates a brief visit by fering river adventures and two of them offer zip mit and the Eastern Summit in Florida, and the Three museums in Northern Berkshire ex- lining. You can zip through the forest canopy like a French officer commanding a party of Native view of the Connecticut River from the French people. He claimed the rock in the middle of the hibit fine art that is usually seen in European a bird with wings. King Bridge between Gill and Erving. View capitals: The Clark Art Institute and WCMA, bridges river in honor of the king of the valley and a four-state vista from Mount France. (Willliams College Museum of Art) in Wil- A five-arch concrete span crosses Greylock (May-Oct.) the highest mountain in liamstown, and MASS MoCA (Massachusetts vistas the Deerfield River in Shelburne Falls. Massachusetts, dominating the landscape with Museum of Contemporary Art) in North Adams. It is called the Bridge of Flowers. Once The reputation of the Mo- an elevation of 3,491 feet above sea level. The Mohawk Trail is also the address of a deserted trolley bridge, it presently hawk Trail as a scenic route is hikes venues for the performing arts. In Charlemont, displays a profusion of flowers and well established. The National There is an effort to recreate a footpath, The Mohawk Trail Concerts can be heard in the shrubs, cultivated by the Shelburne Falls Geographic Traveler selected a hiking trail connecting acoustically perfect Federated Church. Musi- Woman’s Club since 1929. The Bridge of the Mohawk Trail as one of the Deerfield River with the cians from around the world perform the works Flowers is the only one of its kind and a 50 such scenic routes in the Hudson River. It is called the of Classical and Modern composers in a comfort- delight to see. United States. The Ameri- Mahican Mohawk Trail. En- able easy setting. Farther west on The Trail, the Downstream from the Bridge of can Automobile Association visioned to be a 100-mile trail Tony-award winning Williamstown Theatre

4 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 5 cooking and crafts and concerts of period music, give you a greater understanding of Colonial traffic on the trail historic & literary figures American life. Their world class collection of ear- for millenniums travelled the trail ly American antiques and furnishings represent The Mohawk Trail traces its roots back the highest quality craftsmanship of their era. to the time when the glaciers retreated after the Ice Age. While the peoples of the discover a whole lot more northeast had neither wheel nor horse, they created a footpath for trade and travel The ’62 Center - WTF The Federated Church in the mohawk trail between the Connecticut and Hudson Festival is held in The ’62 Center on the campus route 2 region River valleys. When the European settlers of Williams College. 4 Seasons long arrived thousands of years later, they used history There are four distinct sea- the footpath to travel between the English The Western Gateway Heritage State Park in sons in this part of the country settlements in Deerfield and the Dutch No. Adams exhibits the railroad and industrial and outdoor activities to match settlements in New York. The white settlers heritage of that city including the Hoosac Tunnel each one. There are festivals and traders brought the horse and the wheel which was built between 1851 and 1875 at a cost held in many of the towns which necessitated the original path to be Metacom, also called King Philip, crossed of 195 lives and $15 million. Its along The Trail in widened and slightly relocated. The Trail to meet with the Mohawks in an unsuc- two portals are in North Adams spring, summer, Over the millenniums, the Native peoples reached agreements on hunting cessful effort to recruit them against the English. and Florida. Only the eastern autumn and win- King Philip’s War (1675-76) was the last attempt portal in Florida is easily visible. ter. See the list of and fishing territories. The Pocumtuck of Massachusetts shared salmon fishing spots by the Native people to stop the European en- On Central Shaft Rd. off them on pages 34 and 35 inside croachment in New England. with the Mohawk of New York at Turn- Rte. 2 in Florida is a monu- this guide. Nearly 100 years later, , still ers Falls on the Connecticut River and at Benedict Arnold ment to 13 men who died in The Trail doesn’t hibernate in an American patriot, traveled the Mohawk Trail Shelburne Falls on the Deerfield River. The a disaster. The building above the winter. The Berkshire Hills to Fort Ticonderoga in New York. Starting in Bos- the Central Shaft caught fire, are beautiful even when they are English settlers in the Connecticut River ton, he recruited additional troops in Deerfield collapsed into the hole and leafless and covered in snow. The Valley and the Dutch in the Hudson River and headed to the fort. He joined with Ethan Al- Tunnel workers ready to Valley fomented political unrest between rained flames, tools, pumps descend the Central Shaft best in downhill and cross coun- len, defeated the British and took their artillery. and the elevator mechanism on try skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, the agricultural Pocumtuck and the expan- Nathanial Hawthorne crossed The Trail In the men. The job of tunneling through miles of snowshoeing and even camping are enjoyed in sionist Mohawk. The Europeans wanted the summer of 1838 and visited North Adams. solid rock was constant danger especially when the frosty months. the Natives’ lands. First they pitted one He climbed Mt. Greylock and described it in his using a new explosive called . Shopping tribe against the other and then arranged a American Notebook. On a midnight walk he saw a “peace” conference between the two tribes. nitroglycerin. The tunnel, when In any season, the vacationing shop- burning lime kiln which inspired the short story, However, a Mohawk of high tribal stand- . Lime is still quarried and burnt in completed, was the longest in per can visit a host of country stores Ethan Brand ing was killed and the Pocumtuck were Adams. the world, 4.74 miles. and unique gift shops located on The blamed. The furious Mohawk quickly sent Henry David Thoreau came here in 1844. In South of Greenfield is His- Trail or in the downtowns in the region. their warriors over The Trail for revenge. A Week on the Concord and Merrimac Rivers, he toric Deerfield, an authentic Taste test at one of the local breweries. The Pocumtuck, considerably reduced by described a cold night he spent on the summit of New England experience. There Candle shopping at two premier scent- disease from contact with European set- Mount Greylock (which he called “Saddle-back”). are eleven historic houses with ed-candle makers in the Mohawk Trail guided and self-guided tours tlers, were unable to protect themselves The next morning, he woke to a valley filled with Region is an experience that people fog while he stood in sunshine. His descent into which unveil early American Craft demonstration at and were annihilated. Historic Deerfield plan a special trip for. the morning mist sparked his first transcendental history. Live demonstrations of experience. 6 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 7 Massachusetts Regional Tourism Councils

1 Greater Boston  Cape Cod  Greater Springfield  Franklin County The 16 Regional Convention and Visitors Chamber of Commerce Convention and Chamber of Commerce Bureau 5 Patti Page Way Visitors Bureau 395 Main St. PO Box 898 2 Copley Place, Suite 105 Centerville, MA 02632 1441 Main St. Greenfield, MA 01302 Tourism Councils are Boston, MA 02116‑6501 508‑362‑3225 Springfield, MA 01103 413‑773‑5463 617‑536‑4100 888‑33‑CapeCod 413‑787‑1548 FAX: 413‑773‑7008 a rich source 888‑SeeBoston FAX: 508‑862-0727 800‑723‑1548 www.franklincc.org FAX: 617‑424‑7664 www.capecodchamber.org FAX 413‑781‑4607 1Berkshire www.bostonusa.com www.valleyvisitor.com   Martha’s Vineyard 66 Allen Street of information 2 North of Boston Chamber of Commerce Hampshire County Pittsfield, MA 01201 Convention  24 Beach Road Tourism and 413‑499-1600 and Visitors Bureau Visitors Bureau PO Box 1698 www.berkshires.org PO Box 5193 Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 Greater Northampton about Mohawk Trail I-95 Southbound, Exit 60 508‑693‑0085 Chamber of Commerce  Association Salisbury, MA 01952 99 Pleasant St. FAX: 508‑693‑7589 Visitors Bureau 978-465-6555 Northampton, MA 01060 what to see www.mvy.com PO Box 1044 www.northofboston.org 413-584-1900 Nantucket Island North Adams, MA 01247  FAX 413 584-1934  Greater Merrimack Chamber of Commerce 413‑743‑8127 Valley Convention and www.visithampshirecounty.com what to do and Zero Main St. 2nd Floor FAX 413‑743‑8163 Visitors Bureau Nantucket, MA 02554 www.mohawktrail.com 61 Market Street, Unit 1C 508‑228‑3643; 508-228-1700 where to stay. Lowell, MA 01852 FAX 508‑325‑4925 978-459‑6150 www.nantucketchamber.org 800‑215-9805  MetroWest FAX. 978‑459‑4595 Visitors Bureau They will be glad www.merrimackvalley.org 15 Blandin Ave, Rm#105   Southeastern Massachu- Framingham, MA 01702  setts Convention and 508-361-9881  to send you Visitors Bureau www.metrowestvisitors.org   c/o New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce  Johnny Appleseed Trail  literature or 794 Purchase St. Association  1 P.O. Box 8827 c/o North Central Massachusetts   New Bedford, MA 02742 Chamber of Commerce provide helpful 508-999-5231 860 South St.  800‑288‑6263 Fitchburg, MA 01420 FAX: 508‑997‑9090 978-353-7600   advice to plan www.visitsemass.com Massachusetts Office of FAX: 978-353-4896 Travel & Tourism Plymouth County  www.appleseed.org 10 Park Plaza, Suite 4510, Boston, MA 02116 your trip. Convention and Worcester Regional .  Visitors Bureau  617-973-8500 800-227-MASS Tourism Corporation fax 617-973-8525 . www.massvacation.com 134 Court Street 2nd floor Discover Central Plymouth, MA 02360 Massachusetts 508‑747‑0100 446 Main Street, Suite 200  800‑231‑1620 Worcester, MA 01608  FAX: 508‑747-3118 508‑753‑2924 www.SeePlymouth.com www.discovercentralmass.org

8 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 9 Massachusetts Regional Visitor Centers along the Trail Boston Lancaster 01523 Salisbury Prudential Center, Boylston St. Johnny Appleseed Maria Miles Visitor Center The Mohawk Trail is associated more with (617) 536‑4100 Visitor Center I‑95 southbound Exit 60 (888) SEE BOSTON 1000 Rt. 2 Westbound (978) 465‑6555 maple syrup or apple cider but the craft beer btw Exits 34 &35 movement has been foaming up and spilling Boston Common Springfield over the whole region. Small craft breweries Visitors Info Ctr. (978) 534‑2302 William C. Sullivan Tourism are pouring out pints from one end of The 147 Tremont St. Information Center Plymouth Trail to the other, satisfying the thirst for Boston, MA 02111 1000 West Columbus Avenue 5 Long Pond Road local, tasty and refreshing lagers, ales, IPAs, Greenfield I-91S Exit 7 or I-91N Exit 6 Rt. 3, Exit 5; saisons, stouts, and porters. The breweries 18 Miner Street Plymouth, MA 02360 (413) 750-2980 Upper Pioneer Valley are standing by to open the tap on their (508) 746‑1150 Visitor Center FAX: (508) 746-1152 liquid creations. Do not attempt to taste-test Rotary at I-91 and Rt. 2 at all ten of them over one weekend without (413) 773-9393 a designated driver. North Adams 01247 Millers Falls 01349 Bright Ideas . Element Brewing Company 111 MASS MoCA Way 413.346.4460 16 Bridge St. . 413.835.6340 Local Tourist Information [email protected] www.elementbeer.com brightideasbrewing.com Brewery Hours: Adams Visitors Center Greater Shelburne Falls Visitor Colrain 01340 Mon - Thu: 12 - 6 pm 413-743-8333 Shelburne Falls Area Information Center Stoneman Brewery Fri - Sat: 12 - 9 pm food available 3 Hoosac Street Business Association (seasonal) 20 Stetson Bros. Rd. . 413.624.5195 Sun: 12 - 6 pm food available 413-625-2526 Adams, MA 01220 75 Bridge St., [email protected] 75 Bridge St. Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 Orange 01364 1Berkshire stonemanbrewery.squarespace.com Honest Weight Artisan Beer 413-499-4000 Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 413-625-2544 Greenfield 01301 131 West Main St. Unit 104 66 Allen St. Mohawk Trail Association Western Gateway Visitors Bureau Lefty’s Brewing Company honestweightbeer.com Pittsfield, MA 01201 Heritage State Park . 413-743-8127 413-663-6312 301 Wells St. 413-475-3449 Tasting Room Open: Franklin County toll free 866-743-8127 leftysbrew.com Wed - Thu: 4 - 8 pm . Fri: 2:30 - 9 pm 115 State St. Bldg. 4 Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 1044 Open: Fri: 4 - 7 pm . Sat: 12 - 6 pm Sat: 12 - 9 pm . Sun: 12 - 5 pm 413-773-5463 North Adams, MA No. Adams, MA 01247 395 Main St. 01247-3852 The People’s Pint Barre 01005 Greenfield, MA 01301 City of North Adams - Williamstown Chamber Brewery and Restaurant Stone Cow Brewery Office of Tourism & of Commerce 24 Federal St. . 413.773.0333 . 500 West Street, Route 122 978.257.8600 Cultural Development 413-458-9077 www.thepeoplespint.com stonecowbrewery.com 413-664-6180 800-214-3799 Open: 11 am daily lunch & dinner Tasting Room & Kitchen Open 10 Main St. 7 Dennison Park Dr. Pouring Pints & Filling Growlers North Adams, MA 01247 South Deerfield 01373 P.O. Box 357 Thu & Sun: 11 - 7 pm www.exploreNorthAdams.com Berkshire Brewing Company Inc. Williamstown, MA 01267 Fri & Sat: 11 - 8 pm info booth at Union St., Rt. 2. www.williamstownchamber.com 12 Railroad Street 413.665.6600 Westminster 01473 North Adams, MA 01247 info booth at 100 Spring St., www.berkshire-brewing.com Wachusett Brewing Company (seasonal) Williamstown, MA 01267 Brewery Tour - Sat: 1 & 2:30 pm 75 State Road East or Rte. 2A . Turners Falls 01376 978.874.9965 Brick and Feather Brewery www.wachusettbrew.com 78 11th St. . 413.863.2574 Retail & Growler Fill brickandfeatherbrewery.com Mon - Wed & Sat: 12 - 5 Tasting Room Hours Thu & Fri: 12 - 6 Shelburne Falls Thu - Fri: 5 pm - 8 pm Tour Times: Information Center Sat: 11 am - 6 pm Mon - Thu: 12, 1, 2, & 3 pm Fri & Sat: 12, 1, 2, 3 & 4 pm 10 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 11 South Deerfield The Arts & Culture Yankee Candle Village - Au Bon Pain Café • • • 51|71 Fine Arts Historical Historical Theatre PAGes with Museum Museum SiteS AND ConceRTS More info Bernardston The FarmTable at Kringle Candle • • • 52|53 Williamstown Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute • • 19|24|60|62 Gill Williams College Museum of Art • 22|60|62 The Wagon Wheel • • • • 54 Williamstown Theatre Festival • 19|26|60|52 Westminster North Adams The 1761 Old Mill Restaurant & Pub • • • • 55 Mass MoCA • • 27|29|60|62 Western Gateway Heritage State Park • • 29|61|62 Adams Quaker Meeting House • 31|32|65 Places to Stay Bed and Motel/ Restaurant Fitness Wi-Fi SWIMMING Page with Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum • • 30|32|65 BReakfast Hotel on premises Center Available Available More info Charlemont Williamstown Mohawk Trail Concerts • 42|63 Berkshire Hills Country Inn • • • 19|20 Deerfield Cozy Corner Motel • • • 19|21 Historic Deerfield • • 49|50|66 The 1896 House Inn & Country Lodgings • • • • 19|22 Memorial Hall Museum • • 49|66 Howard Johnson Express Inn • • • 20|26 Turners Falls Maple Terrace Motel • • • 18|20 Turners Falls River Culture • • • • 51|67 Northside Motel • • • 20|21 Orchards Hotel • • • • • 20 The Williams Inn & Restaurant • • • • 20|24 Williamstown Motel • • 22|26 Places to Eat & Drink The Willows • • • 22|26 Legal page with Breakfast Lunch Dinner Beverages more info North Adams Holiday Inn Berkshires • • • • • 27 Williamstown The Porches Inn • • • • 28|29 The 1896 House Inn - The ’6 House Pub • • • 19|22 The Orchards Hotel - Gala Restaurant • • • • 20 Adams Spice Root Modern Indian Cuisine • • • 21 Haflinger Haus Inn • • • 31 The Williams Inn and Restaurant • • • 20|24 Rowe North Adams Maple House B&B • • • 33 Gramercy Bistro Sun.brunch seasonal • • 27 Charlemont The Mohawk Tavern • 28 Cavalier Cottage B & B • • 40 The Richmond Grille @ Holiday Inn Berkshire • • • • 27 Giovanni’s Red Rose Motel • • • 42 Adams Shelburne Falls & Buckland Haflinger Haus Restaurant & Inn • • 31 The Dancing Bear Guest House • • 45 Charlemont Greenfield Berkshire Pizzeria • • 40 Days Inn Greenfield • • • 48 Cold River Cafe & Restaurant • • • • 40 The House on the Hill • • 48 Shelburne Poetry Ridge B&B • • 48 Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters • • 47 Deerfield Smoky Bro’s BBQ • • 47 Deerfield Inn • • • 49 Greenfield Bernardston McDonald’s (Mohawk Trail) • • • 48 The Inn at Crumpin-Fox • • 52 Deerfield Northfield Champney’s Restaurant and Tavern • • • • 49 Centennial House • • 54 Old Deerfield Country Store & Ice Cream Parlor 50

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crafts / Art clothing Decorating/ Foods and Gifts and Page with AntiqueS HousewareS BeverageS CollectibleS More info North Adams Williamstown CPD&C Insurance Agency • 27 Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute • 19|24 Smith, Watson & Co., LLP - Certified Public Accountants 28|29 Williams College Museum of Art • 22|23 Adams Saddleback Antiques • 21 Adams Community Bank • 31 Where’d You Get That!? • • 21|26 Adams, Cheshire, Lanesboro, Lee, Lenox, North Adams and Williamstown North Adams Adams Specialty & Printing Co. • 31|32 MASS MoCA • • • • 28|29 Aladco Linen Service 31 Adams Shelburne Falls Experienced Attire • • • • 31 The Baker Pharmacy • 45 Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum • • 30|32 Coldwell Banker Upton-Massamont Realtors • 42|45 Pittsfield, MA Greenfield Cooperative Bank • 45|48 Wohrle’s Wholesale • 32 Greenfield, Shelburne, Northfield and Sunderland Charlemont Greenfield Savings Bank • 45 A.L. Avery & Son General Store • • • • • 40 Greenfield, Turners Falls, Shelburne Falls and South Deerfield Wash ’n Wire - The Internet Laundromat - computers on site; do-it-yourself or drop off service 46 colrain Crafts of Colrain • • • • • 42 Shelburne Davenport’s Mobil Station, Mini Mart, beer & wine, bait & hunting supplies 42 Shelburne Falls Ann Brauer Quilt Studio • • • 43|45 Greenfield The Baker Pharmacy • 45 WHAI Radio 98.3FM • 48 Molly Cantor Pottery • • • 43|45 Bear Country 95.3FM • 48 Native Views • • • • • 45 HITS 94.3FM • 48 Salmon Falls Gallery • • • 43|46 Stillwater Porcelain • • • 46 Shelburne Kuklinski Woodworking HOw To get Here The Distance from Studio & Gallery • • 46 Mohawk Trading Post • • • • • 47 … BY AIR … Outpost Specialties • • • 47 Albany International Airport North Adams to: Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters • 47 518.242.2200 (ALB) - albanyairport.com Bradley International Airport Boston, MA ...... 143 mi.....230 km Deerfield 860.594.2530 (BDL) - bradleyairport.com Providence, RI ....186 mi.....299 km Old Deerfield Country Store • • • 50 Old Deerfield Craft Fairs • • • • • 50 … BY BUS … Newport, RI...... 207 mi.....333 km Peter Pan - 800.343.9999 peterpanbus.com South Deerfield Springfield, MA ....78 mi.....125 km Greyhound - 800.231.2222 greyhound.com Greenfield, MA .....36 mi...... 58 km Yankee Candle Village • • • • • 51|71 Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Turners Falls (BRTA) 413.499.2782 - 800.292.2782 Cape Cod, MA ....231 mi.....371 km Turners Falls River Culture • • • • • 51 berkshirerta.com Albany, NY ...... 52 mi...... 83 km Bernardston Franklin Regional Transit Authority Buffalo, NY ...... 318 mi.....512 km Kringle Candle Company • • • • 52|53 (FRTA) 413.774-2262 - frta.com … BY TRAIN … Montreal, Canada.368 mi....592 km Westminster New York, NY.....166 mi.....267 km The 1761 Old Mill Restaurant & Pub • • • • 55 Amtrak - 800.872.7245 amtrak.com Philadelphia, PA..266 mi.....428 km The Vermonter makes daily stops at Massachusetts Lodging Association New Haven, CT....139 mi.....223 km 111 State Street P.O. Box 960789 Boston, MA 02109 Greenfield and Northampton on itsservice between Washington, DC and St. Albans,VT. Hartford, CT...... 103 mi.....165 km Tel: 617-720-1776 Fax: 617-720-1305 www.masslodging.com http://www.amtrak.com/vermonter-train Portland, ME .....268 mi.....431 km

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Motel Route 7, Williamstown • 413-458-1869 Quiet, sunny rooms in a unique setting Experience the drama. A 17 acre, historic, upscale lodging and Spacious grounds for recreation dining getaway set amidst water landscapes, romantic footbridges, gardens and a stately Complimentary continental breakfast gazebo. Choose from a cozy country guest Large, secluded heated pool with mountain views room with a full hot buﬀet breakfast or a WiFi access throughout property romantic luxury suite with a private break- Walking distance to Williamstown attractions fast room and personal chef! Fireplaces, dual spa baths, heated outdoor pool and free 555 Main Street, Williamstown, MA 01267 wii. A+ rated food & cocktails at our full service onsite pub. 413-458-9677 www.mapleterrace.com www.wtfestival.org 413.458.3253 Marisa Tomei in The Rose Tattoo, photo by Daniel Rader www.1896house.com

18 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 19 Howard Johnson Express Inn Northside Motel Saddleback Antiques Waubeeka Golf Links 213 Main St., Rte. 2, Williamstown, 45 North St. Rte. 7, Williamstown, 1395 Cold Spring Rd., Rte. 7 Williamstown 137 New Ashford Rd., Williamstown, 413-458-8158, www.hojowt.com 413-458-8107, www. northsidemotel.com 413-458-5852, www.SaddlebackAntiques.com 413-458-8355, www.waubeeka.com Family hospitality in a charming New Quietly located in the heart of Williamstown, Entering my 22nd season! The best of Early Championship golfing, excellent conditions, England town; 37 rooms: king, queen and offering quality accommodations at reason- American, Furniture, Stoneware, Folkart, home to LPGA and other championship two doubles. High speed wireless internet; able rates. We have a proud tradition of Primitive, Victorian & Civil War. New inven- events. 4 sets of tees, restaurant seating 125. HBO, Free continental breakfast; Convenient warm hospitality in an intimate family atmo- tory weekly – What an antique shop should Buses welcome. Call 458-6000 for reserva- to museums, golfing, hiking, and restaurants. sphere. 30 modern rooms, AC, cable color be. Mon-Sat 10-6, sun 12-6 tions. Outings for 200 under tent. Located on TV, phones, outdoor pool, wireless internet Route 7 between Pittsfield and Bennington. available. Erik Tiele PGA Professional Spice Root Maple Terrace Motel Modern Indian Cuisine 555 Main St., Williamstown, Orchards Hotel 23 Spring St., Williamstown, Where’d You Get That!? 413-458-9677, www.MapleTerrace.com 222 Adams Road, Williamstown, 413-458-5200, www.SpiceRoot.com 100 Spring St., Williamstown, In the Heart of Williamstown. Have you 413-458-9611, www.OrchardsHotel.com Modern Indian Cuisine in the heart of 413-458-2206, www.wygt.com discovered Maple Terrace yet? That’s what 49 oversized rooms with pillow‑top beds, Williamstown. Modern décor, traditional We guarantee you’ll have so-o much fun! at our guests ask their friends. We would like to LCD TVs, Free Wi‑Fi. Fireplace Rooms. hospitality, fine quality food served with this out-of-the-ordinary shop for gift-giving welcome you to experience our renowned Mountain Views. Afternoon Tea. Boutique pride and a smile. Full bar, takeout Buffet for all ages! “Best Window Shopping in hospitality, amenities and lovely gardens. Weddings for groups under 120. Featuring lunch and a la carte dinner. Town” says NY Times travel section. A place We are located within walking distance to Gala Steakhouse & Bistro, with patio dining, not to miss! Mon - Sat 10-6, Sun 10-5. or visit all Williamstown attractions. lounge and private dining rooms. Off‑site our website for information and directions. catering available.

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1 Free Continental Breakfast Berkshire Hills Restaurant on Site tel. 413-458-8107 Within 2 miles of Walk to the . ’62 Theatre Country Inn 284 Sand Springs Rd. Williams College, Route 7 Williamstown Theatre and . Museums Lots to fall in love with... The Clark Art. . Williamstown, MA MASS MoCA and Restaurants 01267 Near to . Free Breakfast other Berkshire attractions . Shopping . Ph. 413-458-8006 and restaurants. . Cozy Rooms Fax 413-458-0237 Downtown . Secluded Pool www.cozycornermotel.com . College . Lovely Grounds [email protected] 20% Off with this Ad at Check In . A/C Rooms 413-458-3950 | 800-388-9677 Valid on a walk-in basis only. Rooms based on availability. . Pool . Cable TV 1146 Cold Spring Rd. Not valid with other discounts, during holidays, weekends, . Complimentary Breakfast or area special events. Not valid for advanced reservations . Williamstown, MA 01267 unless otherwise specified by hotel. Contact hotel for details. Free WiFi & Long Distance Phones www.berkshirehillscountryinn.com THE WILLIAMS INN 15% off with this Ad 1090 Main Street, Williamstown, MA 01267 413-458-9371 · williamsinn.com 20 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 21 explore hopkins memorial forest An Outstanding Value In The The Hopkins Memorial Forest is a 2600 acre reserve Heart Of Williamstown in the northwestern-most corner of Massachusetts. It is managed by the Williams College Center for Comfort Environmental Studies for research and teach- Luxury ing activities. It is reached from The Mohawk Trail Value (Rte 2) in Williamstown off Bulkley Street continuing to Northwest Hill Road. Respectfully explore the East Lawn Cemetery Low-impact recreation that fosters an appreciation for the forest is encouraged. Miles of trails and aban- We’re Just doned roads are available for strolling, hiking and trail running. A 4½ mile figure-eight Minutes Williams College loop is maintained in the winter for classical cross country skiing. The trail is groomed From Williams Museum of Art when conditions permit. Snowshoeing is permitted on all trails. College, 15 Lawrence Hall Dr., Route 2, Williamstown, Wildlife watching abounds in the Hopkins. You’ll see deer, squirrels, chipmunks, wood Williamstown Theatre Festival, Clark 413-597-2429, http://wcma.williams.edu frogs, garter snakes, ruffed grouse and woodcocks and their sign. Art Museum, MASS MoCA & More! Features modern and contemporary art, A canopy walkway, 65 feet above the ground, offers a unique perspective. It consists 295 Main Street - Route 2 American art, and art from all time periods of two platforms linked by a catwalk and is used primarily for educational purposes. It Williamstown, MA and cultures. Open Thurs-Tues 10am-5pm is open to the public during the Fall Fest held in September/October. Plan ahead to (413) 458-5202 and Sun 1-5pm. Closed Wed. Wheelchair use it for academic purposes or group visits. Contact the Forest Manager through their www.WilliamstownMotel.com accessible. Free admission. Open all year. website -- hmf.williams.edu or call 413-597-4353 or e-mail [email protected].

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22 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 23 The Williams Inn 1090 Main St., Jct. Rtes. 2 & 7, Williamstown, 413-458-9371, www.WilliamsInn.com Convenient location on Williams College campus. Walk to The Clark, Williamstown Theatre Festival and Spring Street. 124 rooms, complimentary breakfast, wifi and parking. On-site dining, event space, indoor heated pool and hot tub. One of the most popular restaurants/bars in the Berkshires! Williamstown Cozy, country setting. Creative Chamber of Commerce chefs. Friendly servers. Innovative 7 Dennison Park Dr., Williamstown, bartenders. Outdoor terrace w/ fire 413-458-9077, pit. Kids & doggie menus. Lots of www.williamstownchamber.com gluten free options. Free Wifi. There’s no other place quite like it! Ranked in the 100 Best Small Towns in America. 413-458-1896 Nestled in some of the East’s most beautiful scenery, visitors find Williamstown irre- Route 7, Williamstown sistible. Plenty to do and see for all ages, Williamstown has more than something for www.1896house.com everyone.

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24 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 25 Williamstown Motel Willows Motel 01247 295 Main St., Williamstown, 480 Main Street, Rte. 2, Williamstown, 413-458-5202, www.WilliamstownMotel.com 413-458-5768, www.WillowsMotel.com North Adams is best viewed on the Mohawk Trail Enjoy the comforts of home with the ame- Williamstown Motel is located in the center from the Western Summit and the Hairpin Turn where nities you want in a New England Motel. of town surrounded by beautiful views of the city sits below in the Hoosac Valley. It’s also a good Warm country decor. Park-like setting. mountains. We offers 18 clean, affordable place to see the sun set. In the 19th century, the city Gardens, heated outdoor pool, picnic area. rooms with lots of in-room amenities. Walk was a railroad and industrial hub producing textiles Near restaurants, college, theater and golf. to museums, restaurants, laundromat, shop- and shoes. Today North Adams is best known for MASS Complimentary coffee and muffins. ping plaza, Williams College. Wi-Fi available. MoCA (Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art) and MCLA (Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts). Williamstown The museum is more than visual art. It is a venue for Theatre Festival concerts, dance parties and film. For four consecutive at ’62 center for Theatre & Dance years, MCLA was on the Top Ten List of Public Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. Originally 1000 Main St., Williamstown, Rte. 2 Bike racer warms up at Heritage State Park 413-597-3400, www.WTFestival.org the school focused on training educators but it now Tony Award-winning Williamstown Theatre includes the arts and science. North Adams celebrates autumn with the Fall Foliage Festival Festival presents classic and new works on its with its mammoth parade. There are other annual festivals in the city: Winterfest, Downtown Main and Nikos Stages in the state of the art Celebration, Eagle Street Beach Party and Food Festival. ’62 Center on The Williams College Campus. POINTS OF INTEREST .Natural Bridge .View from Western Summit & the Hairpin Turn Box Office: 413-597-3400 .Houghton Library .Mass. College of Liberal Arts .Western Gateway Heritage Park, Hoosac Tunnel exhibit .North Adams Museum of History & Science .Eclipse Mill Artists Lofts .MASS MoCA

Coakley, Pierpan, Dolan Holiday Inn Berkshire and Collins Insurance 40 Main St., North Adams, Agency Inc. 413-663-6500 26 Union Street, North Adams, 413-664-9366 www.HolidayInn.com/BerkshiresMA 296 Main St. Williamstown, 413-458-8119 Stay with someone you know. Relax, it’s 111 Silver Lake Blvd., Pittsfield, 413-442-9241 Holiday Inn. All rooms have spectacular www.cpdcinsurance.com mountain views. Full Service restaurant Auto, home, business insurance bonds. One and indoor pool. Free internet access. Express Inn Williamstown of the county’s oldest and largest agencies. Convenient downtown location with free parking. One block to Mass MoCA and . Cable TV with HBO Gramercy Bistro minutes to Williamstown. . Free Wi-Fi 87 Marshall St., North Adams, Go Happy. Go HoJo. . Free Continental Breakfast 413-663-5300 MASS MoCA Go Anywhere. Stay Here. . Within 2 miles of Williams College, www.GramercyBistro.com 87 Marshall St., North Adams Williamstown Theatre Festival A contemporary American restaurant with 413-662.2111, www.massmoca.org Route 2 • 213 Main St. • Williamstown, MA 01267 French and global influences. Serving din- ( ) ( ) & The Clark Art Institute Housed on a restored 19th century factory Phone: 413 458-8158 • Fax: 413 458-0214 ner and a Sunday brunch. A seasonal lunch 1-800-I-GO-HOJO • [email protected] . Close to MASS MoCA and other campus, MASS MoCA exhibits some of the Memorial Day to Columbus Day. Closed liveliest, most evocative - and provocative Free Wireless Internet Business Center Berkshire attractions and restaurants Tuesday. Full service catering. Specialty Complimentary Continental Breakfast - art of our time. Open all year with a full wedding cakes. Reservations suggested. schedule of performing arts events and Valid on a walk-in basis only. Rooms based on availability. Not valid with other Located on the Mass MoCA campus. Get 20% Discount discounts, during holidays, weekends, or area special events. Not valid for film in addition to 230,000 square feet of with Ad at Check In advanced reservations unless otherwise specified by hotel. Contact hotel for details. gallery space.

26 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 27 The Mohawk Tavern The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA 30 Marshall St., North Adams 231 River St., North Adams, 413-346-4052, www.TheMohawkTavern.com 413-664-0400, www.Porches.com Come visit Northern Berkshire’s coolest Renovated rowhouses with contemporary tavern. Spirits include single malt scotches, retro décor, attitude-free service, fully wired, specialty drinks, creative shots, local craft breakfast included, heated year-round beers and a seasonal wine program. Watch outdoor pool. Hot tub, fire pit. Outdoor sports on our big screen TVs, play pool or wedding glen & gazebo amongst native shoot darts in a comfortable atmosphere. plantings. Walking distance to MASS MoCA, Icicles hang along The Hairpin Turn See you soon. Cheers. dining and shopping. natural Bridge Smith, Watson Mayor’s Office of State Park & Company, LLP Tourism and Cultural McCauley Rd., Rte. 8N, North Adams, 85 Main Street, North Adams, Development 413-499-4262 (Nov-April), 413-663-6392 413-664-4650, www.smithwatson.com 10 Main St. North Adams (May-Oct) www.mass.gov/dcr/nbdg Full service accounting firm serving 413-664-6180, A unique geological feature, the only natural, Massachusetts, Vermont, New York and www.ExploreNorthAdams.com water-eroded bridge in North America. It Connecticut for over 40 years. We offer tax www.facebook.com/natourism is about 550 million years old. The marble preparation, audits, business valuations, Culture, historic and natural attractions with chasm is 475’ long and 60’ deep. Open 9am- business consulting, personal financial plan- world class dining in the city of Steeples. 5pm Memorial Day – Mid October. ning and estate planning. Give us a call and experience the difference.

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28 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 29 Adams Community Bank Haflinger Haus 2 Center Street, Adams, Restaurant Tavern & Inn 01220 413-743-0001, www.adamscommunity.com 17 Commercial St., Adams, 413-743-2221 Adams is the home of the Susan B. Anthony Member FDIC & DIF. Member Sum Network. www.HaflingerHaus.com Birthplace Museum located at 67 East Road. Convenient locations in Adams, Cheshire, Nestled in the center of the Berkshire Hills, She was a descendent of the Quakers who Lanesboro, Lee, Lenox, North Adams and the inn has 6 charming rooms, each with settled the town and built a Meeting House Williamstown. 24 hour ATM at all locations. private bath and fireplace. The Inn has a full in 1784 which still stands in the Maple Street Email: [email protected] service Austrian-American restaurant and Cemetery. tavern. Minutes to Williams College, MCLA, A Victorian industrial town located on Route Adams Specialty & Printing Co. Mass MoCA, theaters and ski resorts. Free 8, its streets are lined with reminders from 14 Pine St., Adams, Parking and Wi-Fi. the era of its textile mill heritage. There is an A half marathon on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail 413‑743‑9101 fax 413-743-5808 www.AdamsSpecialtyandPrinting.com old-fashioned downtown with small shops and Open Sun l to 4 p.m. specialty stores and fine examples of Victorian architecture can be found in the Summer Street Business stationery & forms, brochures and National Register Historic District. flyers, general commercial printing. We’ll The Thunderbolt Museum is located in the Adams Visitor Center on Hoosac Street. It highlights take care of your printing needs. Quaker Meeting House the pioneer skiers of the 1930s who later made up the 10th Mountain Division in World War II under Mt. Greylock The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail bike path starts here and ends 12.2 miles south in Lanesborough. It Aladco Linen Service Maple St. Cemetery is an easy ride on a well-paved route through very beautiful scenery. 82 Commercial Street, Adams Adams, Mass. Mt. Greylock, the highest peak in the state, can be reached by hiking the trail at the end of West 413-743-0505, www.AladcoServices.com see the sign at Mt. Road. The summit is reached by car from Rte. 2 and Rte.7. Established in 1953, Aladco is an inde- McKinley Statue POINTS OF INTEREST .Mt. Greylock .Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum .Quaker Meeting pendently owned supplier of linen rental July 2 - House .William McKinley Monument .Ashuwillticook Rail Trail .Thunderbolt Ski Museum services to restaurants, motels, institutions October 8 and many other businesses in the Western MA and adjoining areas. A complete list or w of premier clients can be found on www. f o AladcoServices.com es m t e o The Susan B. Anthony n v Experienced Attire 83 Park St., Adams, 413-743-7875 BirThplAce MuSeuM www.BerkshireReSale.com The boutique for fine, new and gently used clothing on consignment. Interesting accessories, jewelry, furs, bridal, leather and furnishings. Weekly ½ price specials. See the room where Susan B. AnthonyExhibits was include born. Learn about the local QuakerQuaker community life, of 1820 and the restorationthe birthing of this house. room, Walk through her father’s country store.store, Experienced Attire her causes:Learn the about vote forher women, causes: Fine New & Gently Used votes for women, temperance, abolition, Clothing on Consignment her opposition to Restellism and more. Weekly 1/2 Price SPecialS OPEN: Memorial to Columbus Day Thurs-Mon: 10 am - 4 pm Tue-Fri: 10am-5pm 413-743-7875 Columbus to Memorial Day Fri, Sat, Mon: 10 am - 4 pm Sun: 11:30 am - 4 pm Sat: 10am-3pm 83 Park St. Sun-Mon: Closed Adams, Mass. 67 East Rd. • Adams, MA • 413 743-7121 • www.susanbanthonybirthplace.com www.berkshireresale.com

30 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 31 quaker Meeting House Adams HIstorical Society 01201 explore West Rd. at Maple St ., Adams, 413-743-1799 tannery falls www.AdamsHistorical.us 1Berkshire In Savoy Mt. State Forest is a beautiful waterfall acces- The pioneer Quakers from Rhode Island 66 Allen Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 sible by two parallel paths. Their trail heads are within settled Adams. They built a meeting house 413.499.1600, www.berkshires.org Dedicated to providing Berkshire informa- 100 feet of each other on Tannery Road off of Black in a simple unadorned style that reflected Brook Road in Savoy. Take one down and the other their spirituality and way of life. The tion to visitors through its robust website which includes an events calendar & sea- back up. Both of them travel past arboreal beauty, mas- house is open on Sundays, July 2 through sive rock formations and flowing streamlets. The trail is October 8 from 1 to 4 pm. See a sign at sonal deals & with its Official Berkshire Visitors Guide. steep for a short portion and parts of it are replaced McKinley statue on Rte. 8. Free Admission. with rough stairs. The trip down takes not more than Wohrle’s Wholesale 20 minutes. Susan B. Anthony 1619 East St. Pittsfield,MA 01201 The waterfalls is about 60 feet tall and can be viewed Birthplace Museum 413-442-1518, www.WohrlesFoods.com from the top and the bottom. It drops into a small, 67 East Rd., Adams, 413-743-7121 Selling the best in meats and seafood - shallow basin. The falls area can be slippery, be careful. www.SusanBAnthonyBirthplace.com wholesale fresh meat, seafood, and pack- This website below provides a good description: The birthplace of this pioneering feminist aged frozen foods. www.newenglandwaterfalls.com/ma-tanneryfalls.html and suffragist is now a museum which high- Sylvan scene on the path to Tannery Falls lights the local influences which shaped Ms. Anthony, as well as the memorabilia associ- Savoy was first settled in 1771. Less than two ated with her life of activism. Open Year curvy miles of the Mohawk Trail are located in its Round. Gift Shop. Admission: $3 students; 01247 boundary. More than half of the town is included 01256 in Savoy Mountain State Forest which has two $4 senior; $6 adult; children under 6 free. Florida was incorporated in the year when ponds called North and South. South Pond borders a campground and is smaller and quieter President Thomas Jefferson proposed pur- than its neighbor, North Pond, which has picnic tables, bath houses, a beach and a parking lot. chasing the territory of Florida from Spain. His The State Forest has waterfalls, hiking/snowmobile trails and plenty of breathtaking scenery. newsletters . brochures . flyers proposal wasn’t adopted but the town adopted the territory’s name. The Mohawk Trail reaches calendars . invitations Rowe is tucked up in the hills, border- its highest point in this town at Whitcomb business forms . program books ing Vermont. Its scenic center includes the Summit (2,173 ft.) where the first New England annual reports . business cards town hall, library, stone church and the village letterheads & envelopes over-night cabin was built. To the east of the 01367 summit is the Elk Memorial, sculpted by Eli green with its gazebo at the shore of Mill Pond. Harvey and dedicated The Pelham Lake Park includes the lake plus 485 acres of forest, public park and recreational in 1923 as a memo- area and hiking trails. Rowe was once the home of Yankee Nuclear Power Plant (1960-1993), rial to the members of the second commercial atomic plant in the U.S. It is currently the location of Bear Swamp the Order of Elks who hydroelectric pumped storage facility which died in World War I. produces electricity at peak demand times. Approximately 1¼ mile Maple House east of the summit, the Mohawk Trail crosses Bed & Breakfast o v e r T h e H o o s a c 51 Middletown Hill Road, Rowe, Tunnel that runs 1,060 413-339-0107, www.MapleHouseBB.com Commercial Printers ft. below the roadway. Historic 1784 B&B. Views, quiet rooms, . The eastern portal of fireplace, gourmet homegrown breakfasts. 14 Pine Street Adams, MA 10 miles of trails start at back door. Swim, . the tunnel is located in 413 743-9101 fax 743-5808 this town as well as the A sign on The Trail marks Boat, Fish, and Ski in Rowe Town Forest. [email protected] monument to the men the spot where Route 2 10 minutes north of Charlemont & Mohawk www.AdamsSpecialtyandPrinting.com who died in the Central crosses far above Trail. Private Baths. $100-$125 Double. Stay 5 Shaft disaster. The Hoosac Tunnel nights & 6th night is free.

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February Reggae Festival Charlemont Sugaring ‑ Sugar House August 26, 2017 open Late Feb to early April www.charlemontreggaefest.com 413‑628‑3912 . www.massmaple.org 2ndSaturdays in Shellburne Falls Winterfest Race Day (August 12, 2017) 3rd Saturday Shelburne Falls 10K Road Race 413‑664-6180 . www.explorenorthadams.com 2nd Saturday (August 12, 2017 ) march 413‑625‑2526 . www.shelburnefalls.com ThunderFest North Adams Downtown Celebration 1st Saturday . www.exploreadams.com 2nd Wednesday, August 16, 2017 Old Deerfield Spring Sampler Craft Fair ’17 413‑664-6180 . www.explorenorthadams.com 1st weekend (March 4-5, 2017) 17th Annual Iron Bridge Dinner 413‑774‑2739 . www.deerfield‑craft.org 3rd Sunday (August 20, 2017) 2ndSaturdays in Shellburne Falls 413‑625‑2526 . www.shelburnefalls.com “Syrup” (March 11, 2017) 100th Annual Heath Fair April 3rd weekend (August 18-20, 2017) Athol‑Orange River Rat Race www.heathfair.org 2nd Saturday (April 8, 2017) Hardwick Community Fair 3rd Weekend . www.riverratrace.com Motorama - North Adams Patriot’s Day Revolutionary Muster & Parade HardwickFair.com 413-774-5581 . www.historic-deerfield.org 7th Annual North Adams Motorama New Salem Hilltown Brewfest Asparagus Valley Pottery Trail August 26-27, 2017 Saturday, September 9, 2017 Franklin County Pumpkinfest Turners Falls Apr 29-30, 2017 - Molly 413-625-2870 www.northadamsmotorama.com www.hilltownbrewfest.com 3rd weekend (October 21, 2017) www.asparagusvalleypotterytrail.com September Athol Fall Festival www.facebook.com/pumpkinfest May Franklin County Fair mid-September. northquabbinchamber.com/ November 2ndSaturdays in Shellburne Falls starts Thur after Labor Day (Sept 7 - 10, 2017) fall-festival/ 23rd Franklin County Cider Days Bring your mother! (May 13, 2017) 413‑774‑4282 . www.fcas.com Old Deerfield Fall Craft Fair 1st full weekend (November 3-5, 2017) 413‑625‑2526 . www.shelburnefalls.com Berkshire Food Festival 3rd weekend (September 23-24, 2017) www.ciderdays.org June 1st Sunday 413‑774‑2739 . www.deerfield‑craft.org Williamstown Film Fest 413‑664-6180 . www.explorenorthadams.com 2ndSaturdays in Shellburne Falls 2ndSaturdays in Shellburne Falls 413-458-9900 2ndSaturdays in Shellburne Falls River (June 10, 2017) Leaf Peepers (October14, 2017) www.wind-up.org Harvest (September 9, 2017) 413‑625‑2526 . www.shelburnefalls.com 413‑625‑2526 . www.shelburnefalls.com Crafts of Colrain Yankee Engine-uity Show North Quabbin 18th Garlic & Arts Festival 2nd weekend (November 11-12, 2017) June 23-25, 2017 .www.cmsgma.com 4th weekend (September 23-24, 2017) 413-624-1200 . www.craftsofcolrain.com July www.garlicandarts.org Old Deerfield Christmas Sampler Craft Fair Eagle St. Beach Party October 3rd weekend (November 18-19, 2017) 2nd Friday (July 14, 2017) Fall Foliage Parade 413‑774‑2739 . www.deerfield‑craft.org 413‑664-6180 . www.explorenorthadams.com 1st Sunday (October 1, 2017) Shelburne Falls Moonlight Magic Green River Festival 413‑499‑1600 . Friday after Thanksgiving (Nov. 24, 2017) 2nd weekend (July 14-16, 2017) 1berkshire.com/calendar/fall-foliage-parade/ 413‑625‑2526 . www.shelburnefalls.com 413‑773‑5463 . www.greenriverfestival.com Ashfield Fall Festival december 2nd Annual Franklin County Beer Fest Columbus Day Weekend (Oct. 7-8, 2017) Holiday Walk Saturday July 22, 2017 www.ashfieldfallfestival.org 1st weekend 413-339-6617 . berkshireeast.com Blues & BBQ Festival Greenfield, MA 413‑458‑9077 www.williamstownchamber.com August Columbus Day Weekend (Oct. 7-8, 2017) Athol-Orange Midnight Madness Adams Agricultural Fair www.riversidebluesandbbq.com 2nd Saturday . northquabbinchamber.com 1st weekend (Aug 4-6, 2017) Mt. Greylock Ramble and RambleFest Orange Starry Starry Night New Year’s Eve . www.starrystarrynight.org www.adams-agricultural-fair.org Bridge Dinner - Shelburne Falls Columbus Day Weekend (Oct. 8-9, 2017) www.exploreadams.com 34 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 35 7 Jacksonville Connecticut R.

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25. Mt. Grace State Forest, Warwick 26. Quabbin Reservoir 27. Millers River, Athol Regional Massachusetts along the Trail 28. Petersham State Forest, i Petersham Visitor Information Centers 1. Sterling and Francine Clark Art 12. Savoy Mt. State Forest, Savoy 29. Aviation Toy Museum, Greenfield - Upper Pioneer Valley Visitor Center Institute, Williamstown 13. Mohawk Trail State Forest, Winchendon Lancaster - Johnny Appleseed Visitor Center 2. Williams College Museum of Art, Charlemont 30. Lake Dennison State Park . Springfield - William C. Sullivan Visitor Center Williamstown 14. “Hail to the Sunrise” Monument, and Forest, Winchendon 3. Massachusetts Museum of Charlemont 31. Gardner Furniture Outlets, Contemporary Art Mass MoCA, 15. Bissell Covered Bridge, Charlemont Gardner The Mohawk Trail North Adams 16. Bridge of Flowers, Shelburne Falls 32. Dunn’s Park, Gardner Albany 95 4. Western Gateway Heritage State 17. Salmon Falls & Glacial Potholes, 33. Wachusett Mountain, Princeton 34. Willard Brook State Forest and Park, North Adams Shelburne Falls MASSACHUSETTS 495 Boston Park, Ashby/Townsend 90 91 Worcester 5. Natural Bridge State Park, . 18. Poet’s Seat Tower, Greenfield 87 90 95 North Adams 19. Old Deerfield, Deerfield 35. Fitchburg Art Museum, Springfield 6. Mt. Greylock, Adams 20. Turners Falls Fish Ladder, Turners Fitchburg NEW 84 495 36. Coggshall Park, Fitchburg YORK Providence 7. Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Falls Hartford RHODE Museum, Adams 21. French King Bridge, Gill/Erving 37. Sholan Farms, Leominster, CONNECTICUT ISLAND 8. Hairpin Turn, North Adams 22. Northfield Mountain Recreation Johnny Appleseed’s Birthplace 87 84 91 95 38. National Plastics Center and 9. Western Summit, North Adams Center, Northfield 95 10. Whitcomb Summit and Elk 23. Pachaug Boat Ramp and Bennett Museum, Leominster Memorial, Florida Meadow Conservation area, 39. Davis Farmland & MegaMaze, NEW Sterling JERSEY Long Island 11. Hoosac Tunnel (Eastern Portal), Northfield New York Florida 24. Erving State Park, Erving 40. Fruitlands Museum, Harvard

36 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 37 BERKSHIRE 01339 EAST MOUNTAIN RESORT Charlemont was first settled in 1749. A watering trough marks the site THE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTER of the first homestead. The Historical Society Museum located in the Town OF NEW ENGLAND Hall, houses a wealth of memorabilia. In the summer, the Mohawk Trail LIVES ON THE MOHAWK TRAIL Concerts are held in the old acoustically perfect Charlemont Federated The new entrance sign to Charlemont reflects Church. Pass over the Indian Bridge the natural beauty of its river and hills and get a full view of “Hail to the Sunrise.” Facing east a statue of a Mohawk looks across the Deerfield River with uplifted arms in supplication to the Great Spirit. In October 1932, the bronze casting was unveiled on a nine ton boulder. The arrowhead shaped tablet on the base of the statue reads: “Hail to the Sunrise - In Memory of the Mohawk Indian.” Nowadays Charlemont is known for fun on the Deerfield River –from extreme whitewater to lazy tubing. In the woods they are zip lining through the trees. There are many possibilities for adventure in this town. POINTS OF INTEREST .“Hail to the Sunrise” Monument .Historical Soc. House .Little Red Schoolhouse .Charlemont Federated Church .Bissell Covered Bridge .Mohawk Trail State Forest .CA-13-02MohawkTrailAdFinal:CA-11-06ADThe Cold River and The Deerfield River 1/17/13 8:12 PM Page 1

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CONNECTICUT LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL CHARLEMONT, MA IT’s time to get serious about having fun A.L. Avery & Son Cavalier Cottage B&B 127 Main St., Mohawk Trail Rte. 2, 236 East Oxbow Road, Charlemont Charlemont, 413-339-4915 413-625-2262, www.CavalierCottage.com On the Mohawk Trail. Visit one of the few Warmly welcoming pet & caregivers. THRILLING OUTDOOR true general stores left in the East. Run by Comfortable, bright studio apartment with the 5th generation of the Avery family, the all amenities. Full kitchen & eating area. store has been serving the town since 1861. Homemade English scones for breakfast. Beautiful quiet country road...great for dog ADVENTURES! Experience one-stop shopping for hardware, groceries, custom cut meat and clothing. It’s walks. Private entrance. the perfect blend of old and new. Rafting, Zipping, Kayaking Cold River Cafe & Restaurant Berkshire East 31 Main St, Charlemont & MUCH MORE 66 Thunder Mountain Road, Charlemont 413-339-0000, www.coldriverpackage.com 413-339-6617, www.BerkshireEast.com 7 days a week 6am - 8pm, 9pm on week- New England’s Outdoor Adventure Center! ends. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, pizza, house With top notch Zip Lining, Whitewater smoked BBQ, bakery, espresso, full liquor. Rafting, Downhill Mountain Biking and “clean” meats and “from scratch” recipes. North America’s longest Mountain Coaster, Serviced indoor & porch seating, take out, there is an adventure for everyone. lawn seating. Beer & Wine Dinners, weekend Accommodations at our scenic Warfield Inn dinner specials, and special event weekends. Available. Country Aire Campground Berkshire pizzeria 1753 Mohawk Trail Rte. 2, 72 Main Street, Charlemont Charlemont, 413-625-2996 413-337-5501, www.BerkshirePizzeria.com www.CountryAireCampground.com NY Style Pizza, Calzones, Grinders, Salads & Full service campground on the Mohawk Empeñadas. Full Breakfast Menu. Soft Serv Trail. Tent sites to water/electric & sewer Cones, Sundaes, Milk Shakes & Banana hookups, pull-thru & shaded sites; no limit Splits. Outdoor seating on our beautiful on size of RV. Propane, RV parts & our new deck with views of Berkshire East. Just famous homemade pastries available in minutes from Zoar, Crab Apple & Berkshire store. Close to rafting companies; quiet East. Open Daily 7am to 9pm family campground. Crab Apple Whitewater 2056 Mohawk Trail, Charlemont, 413-625-2288, 1-800-553-7238 www.CrabAppleWhitewater.com New England’s largest rafting outfitter; family-owned since 1983. Full and half-day trips on Deerfield River in rafts or inflatable kayaks. Ages 5 and up. Trip highlights include excit- ing action, breathtaking scenery and great food. 11 miles from I-91. 800-532-7483 ZOAROUTDOOR.COM

40 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 41 01340 01370 Giovanni’s Red Rose Motel 1701 Mohawk Trail, Rte. 2, Charlemont, Shelburne Falls is on the Deerfield 413-625-2666, www.RedRoseMotel.com Colrain is a hill town with a proud past. Three River’s edge just a little above Salmon Twelve comfortable rooms with private forts protected the earliest settlers from French Falls. It is a village in the Town of baths, Wi-Fi, A/C, TV, phones. Loft with 6 and Indian agitation. In 1812 Yankee families on Shelburne connected to Buckland by bedrooms, kitchenette, large common area. Catamount Hill objected to seizure of American two bridges, one of them is the world Enjoy the pool and picnic area with fireplace. ships by the British navy in a flag raising protest renowned Bridge of Flowers. When Play volleyball & horseshoes. Close to rafting, still celebrated today. Colrain’s farms, forests, the trolleys stopped crossing the kayaking, hiking, fishing, skiing and zip lines. and orchards produce lumber, apples, milk, bridge the Shelburne Falls Woman’s maple products, goat cheese, wool, and ciders The Falls at Shelburne Falls roar during spring melt. Club transformed it into a beautiful Mohawk Trail in a continuing agricultural tradition. During the garden blooming with a profusion of Concerts Inc. 2nd weekend in November, the craftspeople flowers from spring to fall. The town has big screen star quality as it was of Colrain have a tour and sale just in time for used as a setting for two major motion pictures, Labor Day (2013) and The 175 Main St., Federated Church, Rte.2, Charlemont, 413-625-9511, your Holiday Season shopping. This is so much Judge (2014). Of geological interest are the glacial potholes located below www.MohawkTrailConcerts.org better than the mall. You get to drive around the Salmon Falls; the falls so named after the silvery salmon who years ago 48th Summer Festival of famed Chamber autumn-colored Colrain searching for an art- tirelessly navigated this river each spring past the potholes and leaped up Music programs July 1 to July 29, 2017 in air- ist’s shop - they’re well-marked but get a map. the steep falls to their ancient spawning grounds. The Historical Society conditioned superb acoustic venue Friday or Once you’ve arrived, there is a great selection houses a museum in the Arms Academy building. The first Yale locks were Saturday at 7:30 pm. of one-of-a-kind gifts. made in Shelburne by Linus Yale. POINTS OF INTEREST POINTS OF INTEREST .Bridge of Flowers .Salmon Falls .Glacial Potholes .Arthur A. Smith Covered .Historical Society Museum .Linus Yale House .The Riverwalk .Trolley Museum Spring comes to the Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield . Bridge of Flowers. Valley Canopy tours Bridge Memorial to First Schoolhouse Flag .W. Pitt 7 Main St., Charlemont, 01339 House Historical Home 413-339-4010, 800-532-7483 . 3 Great www.ZoarOutdoor.com Griswold Memorial Library Reasons to Visit Whitewater rafting, zip line canopy tours, Crafts of Colrain Shelburne Falls kayak instruction and rock climbing adven- The woodworker’s tures in the Deerfield River Valley. Package 413-624-1200, weathervane discounts help you save on multi-sport www.CraftsofColrain.com getaways with on-site lodging and camping. See where the artisans create their work, Friendly professional staff. and the beautiful hills they call home. A self guided driving tour of over twenty diverse artists, the Weekend of November 12-13. DavenpOrt’s SALMON FALLS Molly Cantor Ann Brauer Mobil station GALLERY Quilt Studio Mini Mart, Auto Repairs and Tires Pottery HanDMaDe WorKs of art Unforgettable Bait, Hunting & Fishing Supplies stUDio • gallery • Classes local artists & the glass art of Beer, Wine & Ice / Diesel, LP Gas Josh simpson art qUilts mollycantor.com accepting all Major Credit Cards O Find your dream home at: salmonfallsgallery.com AnnBrAuer.com ColdwellBankerUMR.com Open 7 Days Rte 2. Shelburne, MA 413-625-9544 SHELBURNE FALLS|SOUTH DEERFIELD|NORTHAMPTON|AMHERST On the historic Mohawk Trail (Route 2) between I-91 and Williamstown

42 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 43 Ann Brauer Quilt Studio Greater Shelburne Falls 2 Conway St., Shelburne Falls, Area Business Association 413-625-8605 www.AnnBrauer.com 75 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, Unforgettable art quilts and wall hangings 413-625-2526, www.ShelburneFalls.com made by the artist in her studio/gallery. Visit the Shelburne Falls Area! Classic hill- Called a “must stop” by Yankee Travel town villages, galleries, shops, restaurants, Guide. Colorful, contemporary, museum recreation. Fall in love with the rural new quality. Custom orders welcome. England setting. Much more information at the Village Information Center and at The Baker Pharmacy www.ShelburneFalls.com 52 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, Greenfield Savings Bank 413-625-6324 58 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, Prescription service. Convalescent Aids. 413-625-9827, www.GreenfieldSavings.com Sundries. Old time pharmacy with a full soda 24-HOUR ATM. Located between the fountain. Sidney C. Anderson, Manager. Village Information Center and the Bridge Coldwell banker of Flowers, at the corner of Bridge Street Upton-Massamont Realtors and Main. Additional branches throughout 7 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, the region: Greenfield, Amherst, Conway, 413-625-6366, www.cbumr.com Northampton, South Deerfield and Turners Come explore the Hill towns of Western MA Falls. 888-324-3191. Enjoy your visit! and let our experience and knowledge of Molly Cantor Pottery the area be your guide to finding the perfect 20 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls property to fit your lifestyle. We offer buyer 413-625-2870, www.MollyCantor.com representation. Visit our website and view Pottery studio and gallery featuring dinner- all multiple listing service listings throughout ware and serving pieces illustrated with ani- MA from one site 24hrs/day. mals, plants and scenes of New England Life. DANCING BEAR GUEST HOUSE Clay classes for adults and children. Located in the beautiful village of Shelburne Falls. 22 Mechanic St., Shelburne Falls, 413-625-9281 Native views www.DancingBearGuestHouse.com 2217 Mohawk Trail, Shelburne Falls, Step into Victorian elegance with warm 413-625-2333, Native View comfort and hospitality. 100% cotton sheets; Retro Mohawk Trail Native American shop full breakfast of fresh-baked breads, egg featuring local maple syrup, honey, fudge, dishes, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, espresso; toys made in the Americas, jewelry, western wireless internet; Children welcome. Credit hats, knives, incense, Native American pot- cards accepted. tery, ornaments, books, music, etc. GREENFIELD NORTHAMPTON A Division of Greeneld Cooperative Bank Cooperative Bank Cooperative Bank Directions on our mobile device friendly site: GreaterShelburne Falls Area BUSINESS ASSOCIATION BestLocalBank.com MEMBER FDIC TOLL FREE 877 682-0334 MEMBER SIF

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48 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 49 Old Deerfield Country Store And Ice Cream Parlor 01373 01367 480 GreenfieldR d., Rts. 5 & 10, Deerfield, 413-774-3045 South Deerfield has been historically Turners Falls, on the Connecticut River, is www.OldDeerfieldCountryStore.com connected to Deerfield since the 1670s. The a village in the Town of Montague developed Looking for a unique shopping experi- Battle of Bloody Brook occurred here, where as a planned industrial community in the late ence? Specializing in Polish Pottery, Kitchen the Pocumtucks annihilated a small force of 1800’s. The site is also significant in Native Gadgets and Linens, Baskets, Toys, Cast Iron soldiers led by Captain Thomas Lathrop. It is American history as it was one of the few places Figures, Byers’ Choice, Dept. 56, Jewelry farther south on Routes 5 & 10 which intersect in the region where northern tribes, which and Willow Tree Angels. Stop in to pick up the Mohawk Trail in Greenfield. Farming joins relied on hunting and gathering, and southern everyday items or take home something business in a delightful combination of shops, agricultural people gathered to fish, trade, wor- special to remember your travels. farm stands, museums, restaurants and attrac- ship, socialize, and share their cultures. tions. A short ride up a windy road to the top of Downtown Turners Falls is a registered Old Deerfield Craft Fairs Mt. Sugarloaf will reward you with a spectacular National Historic District featuring distinctive 19th century architecture. The village is 8 Memorial St., Deerfield, view of the Connecticut River. 413-774-7476, home to a number of working artist studios, www.Deerfield-Craft.org Yankee Candle village The Shea Theatre, The Hallmark Museum of Contemporary Photography and The Great The Old Deerfield Craft Fair is held on the 25 GreenfieldR d., Routes 5 & 10 Falls Discovery Center which interprets the front lawn of Memorial Hall Museum in South Deerfield, 413-665-8306, September. Each fair features 200+ craft www.YankeeCandle.com Connecticut River Watershed’s rich natural, exhibitors from 18+ states with colorful dis- Every day is Christmas in the One of New England’s most popular des- cultural and industrial history. Turners Falls also plays and craft demonstrations. Bavarian Christmas Village at Yankee Candle. tinations! Explore the Bavarian Christmas has great outdoor recreation opportunities Village, Nutcracker Castle and Home Store. with a waterfront bike path and easy access to Fabulous candle, home decor and holiday Barton’s Cove, Northfield Mountain, and The Old deerFIeld CraFt FaIrs shopping. See history come to life in our Montague Plains. Candlemaking Museum. Come for the Our Lady of CzĘstochowa Candles, stay for the Fun! Roman Catholic Church The Gem of Franklin County. 84 K St., Turners Falls 413-863-4748 Hand-carved altars, imported stained glass windows, shrine-grotto to St. Kateri Tekakwitha, Lily of the Mohawks. 400 relics venerated. A cannonball that was fired upon 42nd Fall Festival Częstochowa by the Swedes in 1655 on dis- September 23 & 24 play. Open Tue-Fri 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.-5 In Old Deerfield, MA p.m., Sun. 7 to 11:30 a.m. Turners Falls RiverCulture One Avenue A, Turners Falls, 413-835-1390 www.TurnersFallsRiverCulture.org 30th Celebrating Turners Falls and the Conn- Holiday Sampler ecticut River area as a destination for the November 18 & 19 arts, outdoor recreation, culture and history. At the ESE in Events include open artist studios, craft fairs, W. Springfield, MA A landmark and shopping experience in South Deerfield historic tours, live music & theater, museum exhibits, Native American festivals, literary www.deerfield-craft.org events & more.

50 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 51 01337 Bernardston is an agricultural town with an increasing business and tourism presence that includes shops featuring home décor, antiques, gourmet foods and a wide range of dining establishments. Its history stretches back to 1676 when Anglo settlers warred with native Indian tribes. Incorporated in 1762, it was named after the Colonial gover- nor, Francis Bernard. Interstate 91 and Route 5 are at either end of the town which is the last Interstate stop before the Vermont border.

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52 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 53 athol sits in the center of the North Quabbin Region. Surrounded by the area’s eight other 01360 towns, it is the largest and along with Orange, 01331 has the majority of the area’s retail and com- Northfield is the place for a wide variety of Connecticut River at the Northfield Mountain Recreation Center mercial locations. A classic New England mill North Quabbin Chamber outdoor recreational activities: access to the of Commerce Connecticut River at the Pachaug Boat Ramp and the Bennett Meadow Conservation area town, Athol offers visitors a hub for creating 80 Freedom St., Athol 978-249-3849, for birding and hiking. Northfield Mountain Recreation Center’s narrated river cruise provides some incredible recreational adventures. With over 100,000 acres of conserved land for www.NorthQuabbinChamber.com visitors with a wonderful introduction to the history and geology of the Connecticut River The North Quabbin Region is the quintes- valley. Operated for the public by the utility company, the nature center offers recreation and public use, visitors can find guidebooks and sential New England destination located in environmental programs year-round. The Stearns family of carpenters built thirty houses here maps at the region’s Visitors Center. Proud between 1805 and 1860, giving Northfield its distinctive architectural style. Northfield is the of its heritage, Athol often plays host to the the heart of the 6 state region. Less than an birthplace of 19th century evangelist, D. L. Moody, who founded nearby Northfield Mt. Hermon Atholl Scotland Highlanders and has a unique, hour and a half drive from Boston, join us to School. Charming antique shops, farm and flower stands and art galleries dot the landscape. marked history trail that narrates the early days hike, paddle, snowshoe, fish, bird, camp and of its settlement. enjoy the 100,000 acres of public conserva- centennial House CENTENNIAL HOUSE Bed & Breakfast tion land. Bed & breakfast and CONFERENCE CENTER 94 Main St. Northfield, 413-498-5921 Six Guest Rooms with Private Baths www.TheCentennialHouse.com Luxury Suite, Great Breakfasts Rambling 1811 estate with 6 lovely rooms Weddings and Special Events 01331 and suites, priv baths, Jacuzzi, A/C, fp’s, Located just off I-91 and Route 2 Lamb City Campground TV, Wi-Fi. 3-course breakfasts, lush scen- Also serving Deerfield, Greenfield, Phillipston is rural and remote, marked by 85 Royalston Rd., Phillipston Shelburne Falls, and Other Western forests and winding roads. It is the northern ery, knowledgeable hosts. Off Rte. 2 and Massachusetts Destinations 978-249-2049, www.LambCity.com entrance to the Quabbin Reservoir. Its historic I-91, central to Greenfield, SF, Brattleboro, 94 Main Street, Route 63 Best little city in New England ½ mile off Rte. Keene. Near river, shops, galleries, hiking, Northfield, MA. 01360 village center is a town common ringed by 2. 235 sites, pull-thrus, full hookups, water & 413-498-5921 town buildings, a school and 19th century electric fully stocked variety store, RV cen- golf, schools. Ideal stop btw Cape Cod & www.thecentennialhouse.com Vermont. MC/Visa, specials. homes. Several miles away from the center, ter, liquor, propane, 3 pools, fishing pond, Route 2 bisects the town and a small number canoes, basketball & volleyball ct., weekly of businesses are located along busy Route 2A. activities and much more. 800-292-LAMB

01354 The 1761 Old Mill 01473 Gill is bordered to the east and south by the Restaurant & Pub Connecticut River. The Mohawk Trail crosses Westminster, situated on Route 2A between 69 State Rd. East., Rte. 2A East, the river at this point over the French King Fitchburg and Gardner at the easternmost Westminster, 978-874-5941, Bridge. It was built by the same firm that point of the Mohawk Trail in the midst of www.1761OldMill.com erected the George Washington Bridge in New Johnny Appleseed country. Westminster Just off Rt. 2, exit 25, take 2A East 1⁄2 mile. Crackers originated here in 1828 but their Built in 1761 as a sawmill on a country pond, York City and the Golden Gate Bridge in San View from The French King Bridge Francisco. More spectacular than the bridge is production was discontinued in the late 1970s. run by the Foster family for over 60 years. the view from it. Upriver from the bridge is the Wagon Wheel Restaurant The brand has since been resurrected by a Serving delicious Yankee food in a rural Vermont baker. Visitors to Westminster enjoy setting. Come feed our ducks and visit our French King Rock. According to legend, a party 39 French King Highway, Rt. 2, Gill, of Indians and French, on a scouting expedition 413-863-8210, www.WagonWheelGill.com an atmosphere of rural tranquility, with views Village Store. Function rooms for all your during the French and Indian War, reached the Conveniently located across from Barton of beautiful lakes, and majestic Mt. Wachusett. needs. rock. It was nightfall and seeing dangerous Cove with indoor and outdoor seating. Fitchburg is situated on the Nashua River. The rapids down river, decided to camp. In those Freshly made food including grilled burg- original Fitchburg Railroad ran parallel with The days the rock probably stood 18 feet out of ers, fresh fish, falafel, soups, hand-cut fries, Mohawk Trail to the Hoosac Tunnel which was water. The commanding French officer was baked goods and homemade ice cream. built using the Burleigh Rock Drill, designed and 01420 so impressed by the rock, he took formal pos- Open all day. 3 min off I-91 exit 27, east on built in Fitchburg. The Fitchburg Art Museum houses a collection of American and European art session of it in the name of his king, Louis XIV. Rt 2/Mohawk Trail. as well as Greek, Roman, Asian and pre-Columbian antiquities. 54 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 55 More Information along the Trail about farm fresh, Ashfield Saturdays May 27th – October 7th 9:00 am – 1:00 pm locally grown, 457 Main Street (Town Common) 413-588-6977 handcrafted, www.ashfieldfarmersmarket.com AshfieldFarmersMarket Athol delectable edibles Saturdays 9:00 am - Noon 1551 Main Street-Athol Uptown Common, Athol, MA 01331 - June to October in Massachusetts athol-ma.gov/agricultural-committee/pages/ farmers-market www.mass.gov/agr/massgrown/map.htm AtholFarmersMarket Bernardston Saturdays May 27th - October 7th There are 7,755 farms in Massachusetts work- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ing on over 523,000 acres to produce $492 58 Church Street (United Church Parking Lot) million in agricultural products. At nearly BernardstonFarmersMarket $48 million, the state ranks 5th in the nation Greenfield for direct market sales and 3rd in the nation Saturday April 29th - October 28th for direct market sales per operation. Direct 8:00 am - 12:30 pm 14 Court Square - Town Common & Town Halls market sales account for 10% of the state’s www.greenfieldfarmersmarket.com total sales of agricultural products. North Adams The website above is a comprehensive col- Saturday June 3rd - October 28th lection of locations that sell the agricultural 9:00 am - 3:00 pm products sold in Massachusetts. St. Anthony Municipal Parking Lot at the intersection of Rte. 8 (Marshall St.) Petersham Turners Falls Agri-Tourism Farms and St. Anthony Drive Friday June 9th - October 20th Wednesday May 3rd - October 25th Buy Local Groups 413-664-6180 3:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 6:00 pm Craft Breweries Petersham Town Common 2nd Street & Avenue A (Next to North Adams Farmers Market Craft Distilleries Northfield 978-724-6662 Great Falls Discovery Center) http://petershamcommon.com/fridaymarket.htm GreatFallsFarmersMarketturners CSA Farms Thursday May 25th - October 5th Culinary Tourism 3:00 - 6:00 pm Market vendors vary each week and Williamstown 105 Main Street (Cameron’s Winery) live music varies each week Saturday May 20th – October 14th Dairy Farms Northfield, MA Farmers’ Market Shelburne Falls 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Fairs Orange Friday May 26th thru October 27th 100 Spring Street Parking Lot - Farmers’ Markets Thursday May 18th - October 19th 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm Across from Tunnel City Coffee Hard Cider 3:00 - 6:00 pm Baptist Parking lot - 53 Main street, Spring Street & Walden Street Honey Producers/Beekeepers 135 East Main Street (Armory Parking Lot) corner of Water Street Parking Lot Maple Syrup 413-978-6063 www.shelburnefallsfarmersmarket.org www.WilliamstownFarmersMarket.org Organic Farms OrangeFarmersMarket Pick-Your-Own Farms New this year a Kids activities tent corner Turkey Farms Wine & Cheese

56 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 57 For More Information contact along the Trail Adams Events Mohawk Trail Concerts www.exploreadams.com www.mohawktrailconcerts.org The historic challenges and accomplish- Sterling & Francine Clark Art Institute Federated Church, Route 2, Charlemont Charlemont 01339 ments of the farmer and factory worker living www.clarkart.edu 413-625-9511 [email protected] 225 South St., Williamstown, 413-458-2303 North Adams Office of Tourism their lives one or two hundreds ago has more 413.339.4037 . 413.824.2593 www.explorenorthadams.com relevance than the wars and politics of kings charlemonthistoricalsociety Colrain Artisans Studio Tour and presidents. There are several historical Open various times throughout the year www.craftsofcolrain.com 413-664-6180 societies along The Trail that do a good job and by appointment Historic Deerfield Northfield Mtn. Rec. & Env. Center of putting you in the shoes of someone who Colrain 01340 www.historic-deerfield.org 800-859-2960 lived and worked in the very town you’re G. William Pitt House . 8 Main Road Off Rtes. 5 & 10, Deerfield, 413-775-7214 Northfield Mountain visiting. They may not have the most con- colrainhistoricalsociety.blogspot.com Old Deerfield Craft Fair North Quabbin Chamber of Commerce venient hours, but it’s worth planning a visit. Shelburne 01370 www.deerfield-craft.org www.NorthQuabbinChamber.org Williamstown 01267 33 Severance St. Franklin County 80 Freedom St., Athol, 978-249-3849 Historical Museum with a 413.625.6150 Chamber of Commerce Shea Theater Children’s Discovery Room the corner of Maple www.franklincc.org www.theshea.org 32 New Ashford Rd. Rte. 7 and Church Streets. 393 Main St., Greenfield, 413-773-5463 Turners Falls opening new location on June 25 Open: from May 11: www.turnersfallsriverculture.org 2 - 4 pm Greater Shelburne Falls Area call for new hours or appointment 413-230-9910 2nd and 4th Sun. in Business Association 413.458.2160 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, 413-863-2281 williamstownhistoricalmuseum.org Jul - Oct . 2 - 4 pm www.shelburnefalls.com curator 413.625.6150 Info Center, 75 Bridge St. Williamstown Theatre Festival North Adams 01247 Shelburne Falls - 413-652-2526 www.WTFestival.org Western Gateway [email protected]. Heritage State Park, Bldg 5A Buckland 01338 Mass MoCA Route 2, Williamstown, 413-597-3399 413.664.4700 32 Upper St. off Rt. 112 in Buckland Center www.massmoca.org Williamstown Chamber of Commerce [email protected] Polly Anderson 413-625-9763 87 Marshall Street, North Adams www.williamstownchamber.com Open: Nov - Apr: Buckland (Mass.) Historical Society 413-MoCA111 P.O. Box 357, Williamstown, Sat 10 - 4, Sun 1 - 4 Open Houses Memorial Hall Museum 413-458-9077 . May - Oct: Jul 13, 27 & Aug 10, 24 2 - 4 pm www.deerfield-ma.org Western Gateway Heritage State Park Thu - Sat 10 - 4, Sun 1 - 4 Buckland Historical Society www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/western/wghp.htm 20 Upper St., Buckland Center and the Memorial Hall, Shelburne Falls Closed on holidays Off Rte. 8, North Adams, 413-663-6312 Wilder Homestead 51 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 Adams 01220 Williams College Museum of Art . 129, Rt. 112, Buckland, MA 413-625-3052 Quaker Meeting House Maple St. Cemetery www.sfmh.org http://wcma.williams.edu look for the banner sign on Rte. 8 Heath 01346 Route 2, Williamstown, 413-597-2429 Open: Sundays Jul 2 - Oct 8 . 1 - 4 pm Old Town House , The one room Center Rowe 01367 Schoolhouse and Solomon Temple Barn at the Heath Fairgrounds 6 East Main St P.O. Box 698 Ashfield 01330 Main St. . 413-628-4541 www.ashfieldhistorical.org Open Sat: 10 am - 1 pm or by appointment Conway 01341 50 Main St. Open Sundays, Jul - Aug . 2 - 4 pm Kemp-McCarthy Museum or by appointment 282 Zoar Road . 413.339.4238 www.rowehistoricalsociety.org Open: Jul 1 - Oct 7 . Sat 10 - 2

58 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 59 Driving Trail, one of the most famous scenic drives in the Berkshires. The road follows the old trail Tour Native Americans of the Five Nations used No.1 to pass between the Connecticut and Hudson Valleys. First point of interest on the trail is the Hairpin Turn, where the trail rises sharply to Mohawk Trail & the Western Summit (called Spirit Mountain by Native Americans). There is an observation Savoy State Forest ‘62 Center for Theater and Dance . Historic colorized postcard of the Hairpin Turn point from which excellent views of mountain- Williams college Campus Williamstown North Adams ous portions of southern Vermont and north- Approximately 55 miles western Massachusetts can be seen including Mount Greylock, Mount Prospect and Mount Williams. Whitcomb Summit Williams College Continuing up the trail, the next stop is , the top of the trail. Williamstown, the home of , is the start- From this elevation, 2,173 feet, one can see far into southern Vermont and New Hamp- ing place for a tour which can cover most of the outstanding shire. Further along, the trail crosses a bridge and turns sharply to the left. Another features of the northern section of Berkshire County. Located road leads to the right. Here the visitor has a choice of three routes; 1. To continue on the Williams College Campus is the Chapin library of Rare Books along the trail to Charlemont, Shelburne Falls, and Greenfield; 2. To retrace the route in Stetson Hall. On permanent display at the back to North Adams; 3. To turn right away into Savoy Moun- Chapin Library are original copies of the Four Founding Docu- tain State Forest for a visit to Tannery Falls. [NOTE: The road ments of the United States. Across Main Street from the Chapin Williams College Museum of Art for the 3rd option is temporarily closed] Library, is the , noted for its The road out of the Tannery Falls area on the return leg of permanent collection and changing exhibitions that emphasize this Circle Tour leads just northwest of Savoy Center and onto American art, modern and contemporary art, and non-west- Thompson Memorial Chapel East Road in the town of Adams. East Road paralleling Route 8 to ern art. The college’s , a Gothic Clark Art Institute the North leads back to North Adams, and gives a commanding structure built in 1904, is on the north side of Main Street in Williamstown view of Greylock Mountain, towering over Adams, a charming Williamstown. A series of stained glass windows merit par- Victorian town with an elegantly restored Main Street. ticular attention, especially when viewed from within A must-see is the Western Gateway Heritage State Park, the chapel. located on Route 8 in the center of North Adams. The freight yard Continuing west on Main Street is the picturesque First Congregational Church district of North Adams has been restored and now houses a va- . Further along Main 7 riety of contemporary and historical attractions, including an ex- Street is the ’62 Center for theatre and dance, Williamstown The- cellent exhibit on the building of the Hoosac Tunnel. To complete which is the summer home of the the tour, turn left on Route 2 and return to Williamstown. atre Festival, professional theatre under the direction Tannery Falls of Mandy Greenfield (July through August on the Savoy Main Stage, Nikos Stage, staged readings, and a Free Theater). Going west on Main Street, the road leads into Field Park, where a faithful reproduction of a 1753 Museum of Contemporary Art Williams College Williamstown Theatre Festival Natural house was built in 1953 for the town’s bicentennial. north Adams Bridge Clarksburg The Milne Memorial Library is located at 1095 Main Street in. Williamstown On the west side of South Street is the Sterling and Francine Mass MoCA Hairpin Turn Clark Art Institute, known for its Impressionist collection, old 2 Western Summit masters, English silver, prints, and drawings. North Adams Whitcomb Summit Proceeding east on Route 2, one comes to a vast historic MCLA Florida Whitcomb Hill Rd. mill complex in downtown North Adams. It is the site of MASS Heritage State Park MoCA which presents art exhibitions, music, dance, theater, Hoosac Tunnel and multimedia events. North Adams is also home to the Fall Riv 8 er Rd. Foliage Festival and Parade. Savoy Mt. Natural Bridge State Park is located east of North Adams 2 off Route 2 and 8. This natural bridge of white marble was cre- 7 i State Forest ated by the waters of Hudson Brook. A dam on the brook is Adams made from the white marbled quarried on that site. Marble Dam at Natural Bridge Route 2 east from North Adams leads to the Mohawk north Adams Tannery Falls

60 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 61 Driving Tour No.2 Northern Berkshire & Mohawk Trail Approximately 53 miles West College on the Williams College Campus Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts The Elk Memorial Williamstown north Adams Florida

This scenic tour brings you north on Route 7 to The Mohawk trail. Starting in Native Americans). Travel through the scenic town of Florida to the Whitcomb Pittsfield, take Route 7 to Lanesboro, the birth place of humorist, Josh Billings, who Summit, home of the Elk Memorial on the highest point of the Mohawk Trail at 2,200 is buried in the village cemetery. Continue north on Route 7 to South Williamstown, feet. One quarter mile past the summit, Whitcomb Hill Road leads to the eastern portal HISTORIC FIVE CORNERS. Here several walking tours to historic houses are available. of the Hoosac Tunnel. Follow this road back down to the Deerfield River. Take a left Following Route 7 to Williamstown you are now on Route 2, The Mohawk Trail, between on River Road until it crosses the railroad tracks. Look here for the eastern portal of Williamstown and Greenfield. Starting in Williamstown, which is the home of Williams the Hoosac Tunnel engineered and completed in 1875 by blasting through five miles College, Williamstown theatre festival, Sterling and francine Clark art institute, of sheer granite. Continue left on River Road to Bear Swamp Project and Visitor’s and Williams College Museum of art, this “village beautiful” deserves a tour of its Center which has picnic facilities. Retrace River Road and cross the iron bridge over own. Enjoy its many fine shops, craft galleries, and eateries. Continue on Route 2, east the Deerfield River until the junction of Route 2 at the Indian Bridge. Take a right to the City of North Adams, where you can visit the Western Gateway Heritage State and after a short distance view the famous “Hail to the Sunrise” Statue, a memorial Park, Natural Bridge State park, MASS MoCA, Massachusetts College of liberal to the Mohawk Native Americans, sponsored by The Improved Order of the Redman. Arts, and the North Adams Fall Foliage Festival. Ascend the Hoosac Mountain Range Continue easterly on Route 2 to Charlemont. Mohawk trail Concerts are held to the Hairpin Turn with its vistas of Mt. Greylock, the Green Mountains and the Hoosac weekends in July at the acoustically perfect Charlemont Federated Church. Route Valley. The trail then rises sharply to the Western Summit (called Spirit Mountain by 8A North hosts the 160 foot long Bissell Covered Bridge just 600 feet off Route 2. Continue easterly to Shelburne Falls, home of Bridge of Flowers Williams College the , an old arched trolley Williamstown Theatre Festivalestival Natural bridge transformed into a garden of flowers Williamstown BridgeBridge 88 from spring to fall. Follow signs to Salmon Mass Falls Glacial Potholes 2 North MoCA Hairpin TuTurnrn Bear Swamp and view the located Adams Westernstern SummiSummitt Visitor's Ctr.. below Salmon Falls and carved out of rock ClarkClark ArtArt Whitcomb Summitt during the Ice Age. InstituteInstitute Heritage MCLAA Florida Whitcomb Hill Rd.. Visit the museum StateState PParkark located in the Arms Hoosac Tunnel Mt. Greylock 88A Academy Building. 88 RiRivv elev.. 34913491 ftft.. erer Rd.Rd. Covered Bridge Colrain Rejoin Route 2 and % Mohawk Trailrail ConcertsConcerts ss proceed to Greenfield, 111122 weerr 7 Highest Peakeak 2 ff Flolo incorporated in 1753. inin MassachusettsMassachusetts Adams Charlemont gee oo Brridid Faallslls 91 At the time, Greenfield Hail to the Sunrise oon leless New ii Saalmlm ththoo was considered the iaiall Po Ashford Shelburne Falls Glalacc northernmost frontier 88A Poetet’s’s before the Canadian Greylock i Poet’s Visitors Ctr.. 116 Seat border. Visit the Buckland Towerr Seat tower, off High Savoy Shelburne Greenfield Street on Greenfield Cheshire 88A 111122 Mountain. Watch for signs. There is a superb 88 Deerfield view of the Greenfield Lanesborough Valley from here. Poet’s Seat Tower Return to Main Street. Greenfield

62 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 63 route, descending into the town of Lanesborough on Route Driving 7. Turn east on Summer Street in Lanesborough and continue to the village of Berkshire on Route 8. Then take Route 8 Tour north along Cheshire No.3 Lake with its scenic overlook. Arriving in Adams, a Victorian Mount Greylock & textile mill town, visit the historic Quaker Savoy State Forest Meeting house, taking a left from Approximately 33 miles Route 8 onto Maple Street to the cemetery. Quaker Meeting House Adams The Meeting House is This scenic tour of northern Berkshire County is on Susan B. Anthony Birthplace open for tours on Sun- Adams the western edge of the Mohawk trail and starts day afternoons 1 to 4 p.m. July 3 to Oct. 9. Returning in the city of North Adams at City Hall, Route 8 and to Route 8 see the plaque on Park Street on the Grey- Marshall Street. First visit the vast mill complex on lock Credit Union Building which honors Susan B. Anthony, who was born in Adams in Marshall Street, MASS MoCA. MASS MoCA is a ma- 1820. A side trip to 67 East Road brings you to the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum. jor center for the arts and multicultural disciplines Continue north to North Adams, follow signs on Route 8 to Natural Bridge State Park. This featuring performances, educational resources and white marble formation is over 500 million years old. A 30 foot marble bridge spans a 60 foot Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art contemporary art exhibits. Just south of City Hall north adams deep chasm. Unusual flora and fauna are found in this park which is open June to Novem- on Route 8 and Furnace Street is the Western Gate- ber. Retrace your steps into the city of North Adams. The Fall Foliage Festival is held the way heritage State park. This park is last weekend in September through the first weekend in October. North Adams celebrates located in the old freight yard district. It is the 4th of July with a Fireworks Extrava- part of a statewide system of urban parks. ganza at 9:30pm at Noel Field Rt. 8, North Nineteenth century structures have been Natural Adams. Downtown North Adams has a renovated to house exhibits, shops, and Williamstown Mass Bridge unique Main Street, including its three restaurants. The Visitors Center highlights North MoCA side streets: Marshall, Holden and Eagle the rich railroad and industrial heritage of 2 Adams streets. Explore the small shops, art gal- North Adams and the building of the Hoo- 2 leries and eateries. Clustered on the east- sac tunnel. Exit from Western Gateway Heritage ern end of Main Street are five churches MCLA Heritage State Park onto Route 2 and tak- State Park all topped with tall steeples which give Mt. Greylock ing a left, travel west to Notch Road. A sign 7 8 North Adams its moniker, “The Spire shows the entrance to Mt. Greylock State elev. 3491 ft. City.” Also uniquely preserved is the Reservation Quaker Mohawk Theater Marquee . The reservation is open May Summit of Mt. Greylock Meeting i , a delight- through October. It is the highest peak in Adams ✪ House ful art deco, 1930s light show. the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at New Highest Peak Adams 3,491 feet. The road was closed for repairs Ashford in Massachusetts Susan B. in 2007-09 but is now open. Along the many Anthony Birthplace switchbacks are lookout points that allow Greylock the traveler excellent views of Berkshire vis- Visitors Ctr. 116 tas. At the summit, there is the 90 foot high granite Veterans Memorial Tower, a com- memoration to all Massachusetts’ war dead. Cheshire Cheshire On a clear day from the tower’s observation Lake platform, you can see Mt. Monadnock, New 8 Hampshire, the Green Mountains in Ver- Lanesborough mont, the Adirondacks and Catskills in New York, and Mt. Everett in the southern Berk- shires. Bascom Lodge, at the summit, has Berkshire Mohawk Theatre Marquee food and lodging. Guided hikes, walks, and Western Portal of the Hoosac Tunnel NORTH Adams nature tours are available. Take a southerly NORTH Adams

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Tour Trail; make a right turn going west. Stop at No.4 scenic French king Bridge which is 750 feet long, 140 feet above the waters of the Connecticut River. It was built by the same Mohawk Trail & firm that erected the George Washington and Golden Gate Bridges. There is an excel- The Pioneer Valley lent view of French king rock, allegedly the site that a French officer claimed for the Approximately 55 miles King of France. Continue west on Route 2 to The Shea Theater Turners Falls, home of , regg a restored vaudeville theater offering mu- G

Mohawk Trail van This tour at the eastern part of the sic and theater events year round. From the E begins in Greenfield. Watch an early sunrise from the bridge enjoy a view of the falls and the fish Motorboat cruises on the Connecticut River Poet’s Seat Tower by driving east on Main Street to as they make their upstream journey (visible Gill - Erving High Street, then follow the signs to the Tower. Re- only in April, May and early June). Contin- turn to Main Street, Route 2A, go west and turn left on ue west on Route 2, turn north on Route 5-10 and travel to Bernardston where Kringle Candle Company Route 5 which takes you through the meadowlands of Historic Deerfield has a complex of attractions sur- the Deerfield and Connecticut Rivers, site of the 1704 deerfield rounding its candle store: The Farm Table Restaurant, Deerfield Massacre. Visit Historic Deerfield, a muse- Kringle Country Barn, Pappa Kringle’s Toy Shoppe um village complex of 13 historic houses devoted to the study of the history of Deer- and The Chocolate Cottage. Return south on Route field, the culture of the Connecticut River Valley and the arts in early American life. 5 where the road will take you into Greenfield, back There are guided tours of the historic houses and the 300 year old village street (ad- to the starting point. Commemorative plaques of his- mission fee for museum houses). Stop at Memorial Hall Museum on Routes 5 and 10 toric events are located all along this tour. Parks and where memorabilia of the 1600’s to 1800’s from both settlers and Native Americans is lakes are identified for rest or recreational use. exhibited. Follow Route 5 to South Deerfield and you can’t miss the Yankee Candle village. Visit Santa Bernardston year round, see live demonstration of colonial candlemaking and an authentic Bavarian Christmas Village. 63 Continue south and turn left on Route 116 and follow Mt. Sugarloaf State Reservation ranz 91 the signs for . It is F Turners

the shortest ride to one of the most spectacular views. aul P Falls French King The observation tower gives an excellent view of the Bridge Connecticut River Valley. Return to Route 116, go The Connecticut River at Winter Sunset Montague/Greenfield east to Route 47. This is farmland and along the way Yankee Candle you’ll find farm stands and places to pick your own i 2 south deerfield fruit and vegetables. Reaching Route 63, go north to the Fish Hatchery and Salmon Lad- Greenfield der Poet's Seat Millers Falls near Montague. Continue north Tower to Northfield Mt. Recreation & En- vironmental Center. Enjoy a 1½ hour Deerfield interpretive riverboat cruise on the Historic 10 Connecticut River or hike along the Deerfield twenty-five mile trail system, tour the 116 mountain top reservoir and the un- Mt. Sugarloaf 47 derground power station. Picnic areas State Reservation are available at the Center, along the S. Deerfield river across from the Visitors Center, Leavitt-Hovey House, Greenfield Library Sunderland and at Unity Park near Turners Falls Greenfield View from Mt. Sugarloaf 116 south deerfield Dam and seasonal fishladder. Return on Route 63 to Route 2, the Mohawk 66 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 67

i Driving Arts Festival garlicandarts.org in 78 32 Tour September. Also known as the festival 68 that stinks, it celebrates community No.5 spirit, agriculture, food, arts, crafts, Orange Athol music and of course garlic! Erving 2A For more adventure, head down East River Street to Orange Mu- 2 North Quabbin nicipal Airport and visit Jumptown Phillipston Approximately 36 miles jumptown.com the oldest skydiving 32 club in the country and take a dive! In 202 122 case you 101 brought New Salem Petersham the quabbin Reservoir Orange, also known as the Friendly your four- Town, is the starting point for your North legged friend, shed lands. It is also a birder’s paradise. Quabbin Adventure! Start at Trail Head the North 32 Eagles were returned to the Quabbin in trailhead.biz in Orange center where you Q u a b b i n the 1980s, and today they, and a myriad can pick up maps for the entire region as Dog Park is 122 of other62 birds, live or stop by the reservoir well as supplies and grab a bite at the Mill- located near and adjacent land. Head back towards ers River Café millersrivercafe.com. Take the airport. Quabbin Barre the store and turn right back onto Rte. Jumptown 202 South then turn right onto Rte. 122 South Main Street/Rte. 122, and you will Open dawn Orange Municipal Airport Pelham Reservoir 32A immediately see Orange Memorial Park to dusk, and towards Petersham. Right after this inter- on your left. Visit the official Peace Statue at no charge, let your dog play and have section, make a stop at Quabbin Gate 30. of the Commonwealth, a 12 foot bronze fun too! The annual Yankee Engine-uety The hiking trail from the gate crosses the statue of a soldier and a young boy with Show cmsgma.com is held in June every 1794 Meetinghouse is a beautiful Greek lovely arched Keystone Bridge, built by the inscription “It shall not happen again.” year at the airport. revival building built in 1794 as a church hand in 1866. From the bridge, a fisher- It’s also the site for the annual New Year’s Quintessential New Salem awaits your and a public gathering place. Today it is man’s trail leads east along the river to the Eve festival Starry Starry Night. Nearby, visit! Take Rte. 122 South out of Orange to known for offering outstanding musi- Quabbin Reservoir. take a stroll Rte. 202 towards New Salem. It may be cal and cultural programs of wide ap- As you get back on Rte. 122, be ready in the new- time for refreshments and the New Salem peal during the summer. Continue down to take a left onto Rte. 32 towards Peter- ly renovat- General Store offers both freshly made South Main Street, and you will encounter sham. The town common welcomes you, ed Butter- sandwiches and pastries, a variety of bev- New Salem Preserves, an apple orchard and a must visit is the Petersham Country field Park, erages, and a covered outside picnic area. with 125-year-old Store facebook.com/TheCountryStorein- then cross The store also hosts the wildly popular apple trees and an Petersham. Freshly prepared food made over to Hilltown Brewfest hilltownbrewfest.com all-organic policy. with locally sourced ingredients, eat in or The Com- every September bringing dozens of craft Check out the take out. Fol- m u n i t y brewers together for a massive tasting. overlook view of lowing Rte. Boathouse, Community Boathouse Continue two miles further on Rte. the Quabbin Res- 32 towards Orange p e a k - 202, turn left onto Cooleyville Road (the ervoir as you head Athol, the expeditions.com/the-boathouse third with same name), and continue to down the road to P e t e r s h a m at 25 East River Street. It offers a wide va- Hunt Road and the Quabbin Sky Vine- Quabbin Gate 25. Craft Center riety of activities and affordable canoe and yard. They offer free wine tastings with The Quabbin is a and Gallery kayak rentals. The annual Orange Sol- wines for sale on site. premier wildlife is on your left. stice RiverFest facebook.com/OrangeSol- Now turn around and backtrack on habitat and hu- Find that spe- Rte. 202, and opposite the Country Store, cial gift made sticeRiverfest takes place in June on the man visitor ha- Clamber Hill Inn and Restaurant Millers River featuring arts, crafts, food take a right onto North Main Street, and ven, with 25,000 by a local ar- Petersham and music. At dusk floating fire pits are lit, Historic New Salem Common. Enjoy the acres of water sur- tisan or take a and the boat parade starts, with decorated picturesque landscape and farms, or relax rounded by 81,000 class! Along Rte. 32, the Clamber Hill Inn and illuminated vessels. Another annual to music and cultural events at the 1794 1794 Meetinghouse acres of beautiful, and Restaurant clamberhill.com is located New Salem event is the North Quabbin Garlic and Meetinghouse 1794meetinghouse.org. The protected water- on your left, opposite the sign for Rte. 101. 68 www.mohawktrail.com www.mohawktrail.com 69 They offer overnights, wine and whiskey added park and amphitheater. A short tastings and a first-class restaurant open drive down the street turn right on Ex- Thursday through Saturday. change Street and visit the North Quab- Just a few miles down the road you bin Visitors Bureau and Visitors Center will find the Petersham Curling Club, facebook.com/NQvisitorBureau at 251 Have you discovered our one of just three in the entire state peter- Exchange Street. We have maps and bro- shamcurling.org followed by the Harvard chures and would love to see you! Forest and Fisher Museum. The 3,700 acre Back on Main Street, continue towards forest is operated by Harvard University Orange, and the Millers River Environ- and has a museum and lectures as well as mental Center and Alan E. Rich Environ- hiking and cross-country skiing. mental Park atholbirdclub.org will be on VILLAGE? Take Rte. 101 towards Phillipston your right. The center is home to the na- turning left at Petersham Road and en- tionally recognized Athol Bird and Nature ter Phillipston Common with its classic Club and the New England charm. Head out of the park offers Explore our Village— common on Baldwinville Road towards access to the Patriots Road Millers River there’s lots of (Rte. 2A) and for canoes, stop at the kayaks and King Phillip small boats, fun in store… R e s t a u r a n t and is the of- Candle Emporium kingphillip. ficial starting River Rat Race Athol com for some point for the 200,000 candles and hearty fare by annual River Rat Race riverratrace.com over 200 fragrances! the fireside. every April. The park also offers great op- Turn left onto portunities for birding and hiking. Fun for Kids 2A towards Heading back towards Orange on 2A, Create a custom candle or Athol. Be turn right onto Wheeler Road in Orange, a wax mold of your hand. sure to make and visit Johnson’s Farm and Sugar House Red Apple Farm Phillipston a stop at the johnsons- Bavarian Village @YankeeCandleVillageMA Red Apple f a r m . n e t . 25-ft. Christmas tree Farm redapplefarm.com by turning right Enjoy a and it snows…inside! on Highland Ave. The orchard offers a d e l i c i o u s wide variety of produce, baked goods and meal in a Visit Santa’s Workshop family events year round. c o u n t r y Explore hundreds of toys for Continue down 2A into Athol passing setting and the high school. Across the street from the visit the the “nice” girls and boys! hospital you’ll find Bearsden Road that store. Turn Family-Friendly Events leads to the Bearsden Conservation Area Johnson’s Farm and Sugar House right off Orange with miles of trails crisscrossing 1,000 W h e e l e r Visit our website for details. acres of forest, hills and the Millers River. Road and you’ll return to Orange center. Reserve one of the rustic cabins for free for The North Quabbin Region offers over a special summer or fall holiday. 100,000 acres of permanently conserved Back on Rte. 2A, turn right on Main land open for public use with hundreds I-91, Exit 24 · 25 Greenfield Road · South Deerfield, MA Street towards Athol center and the Athol of miles of marked and rated trails, wa- 877.636.7707 · yankeecandle.com/village Public Library athollibrary.org will be on terways and endless recreational oppor- your right. The library is the first LEED tunities. It is also the source for many of Certified library in the country showcas- Worcester and Boston’s farm to table res- ing the region’s attention to the environ- taurants, producing organic meats, dairy, #YankeeCandleVillage ment. Just behind the library is a newly cheese, produce, wine and beer.

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